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Hyundai i10 vs Dacia Sandero — Side by side
Detailed face-off between the Hyundai i10 and the Dacia Sandero: price, full specs, equipment, pros and watch-outs. Updated 2026.
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The Hyundai i10 is 7% more expensive than the Dacia Sandero (MAD 139,000 vs MAD 130,000).
Editorial verdict
Which should you pick?
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Spec sheet comparison
| — | Hyundai i10 | Dacia Sandero |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Hyundai | Dacia |
| Body | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | Manual | Manual |
| Power | 67 ch | 100 ch |
| Consumption | 5.3 L/100 km | 5.6 L/100 km |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Entry price | MAD 139,000 | MAD 130,000 |
| Top trim price | MAD 169,000 | MAD 187,000 |
Pros and watch-outs
Hyundaii10
Pros
- 139,000 MAD entry price — among the lowest in MA European-Korean market
- Ultra-compact 3.67 m format — most agile in town after Fiat 500e
- 4.8 m turning circle — exceptional for downtown alleys
- Standard Hyundai Maroc 5-year / 100,000 km warranty
- Global Engines / Hyundai Maroc network 25+ points
Watch-outs
- 67 hp NA — limited on full-load motorway
- Rear space kid/teen only — not for adults 1.80 m+ on long trips
- No hybrid or electric version in MA catalogue
DaciaSandero
Pros
- Absolute Morocco best-seller — 15,000+ units/year since 2014
- 119,000 MAD entry price — Morocco's cheapest new car
- TCe 90 LPG bi-fuel version — +30% fuel savings vs 100% gasoline
- Densest Renault / Auto Hall network (15+ dealers, rural presence)
- 411 L boot — larger than Polo (351 L), 208 (309 L), Clio (301 L)
Watch-outs
- Basic finish in Essential — hard plastics, minimal equipment
- SCe 65 hp insufficient for long-distance motorway (153 km/h top)
- No dCi diesel version in Morocco since 2023
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Frequently asked — Hyundai i10 vs Dacia Sandero
Hyundai i10 or Dacia Sandero: which to pick in Morocco 2026?
It depends on your profile. If your top criterion is overall budget, look at the Dacia Sandero (entry MAD 130,000). If you prioritise the engine or standard equipment, compare the spec sheet above line by line. For purely urban use in Morocco, fuel consumption and exterior size matter more than power; for long Casa-Tanger or Casa-Marrakech trips, power and motorway comfort become decisive.
What's the price gap between the Hyundai i10 and the Dacia Sandero?
The Hyundai i10 starts at MAD 139,000 versus MAD 130,000 for the Dacia Sandero, a 7% gap at entry. On top trims, the gap may close or invert — check each model's detailed page for the exact figure on the trim you're considering.
Which one holds value better when sold used?
In Morocco, Japanese and German C-SUVs (Toyota RAV4, VW Tiguan) typically retain 65-70% of their new price at 3 years, ahead of Chinese brands and newer SUVs that plateau around 55-60%. For an exact figure on your model, run the estimator at the top of each model page — it computes median + p25-p75 range based on the year and mileage you enter.
Where can the Hyundai i10 and Dacia Sandero be test-driven in Morocco?
Both models are sold through their importers' official dealer networks in Morocco. For the latest list with addresses and phone numbers, see each model's /neuf/ page — every page lists the official importer and helps you find the nearest dealer to your city.